Dd No 104 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dd No 4a Dd No 105 (Spangler)
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dd No 104, located in Marion, Kansas, along the Doyle Creek-TR, is a local government-owned dam designed for debris control and flood risk reduction purposes.
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Summary
This earth-type dam stands at a height of 23.1 feet and spans a length of 1100 feet, with a storage capacity of 821 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been inspected since February 1997, raising concerns about its current condition and safety.
Managed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture, Dd No 104 is under state jurisdiction and regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies. However, the lack of recent inspections and assessments raises questions about the dam's overall structural integrity and maintenance needs. With a spillway width of 75 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1890 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing flood risks in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to advocate for regular inspections, maintenance, and risk assessments of critical infrastructure like Dd No 104 to ensure public safety and environmental protection. By staying informed about the dam's condition and pushing for necessary improvements and updates, we can contribute to the sustainable management of water resources and the mitigation of potential hazards associated with aging infrastructure.
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
23.1 |
River Or Stream |
DOYLE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Drainage Area |
1.36 |
Nid Storage |
821 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
|
215cfs |
N Cottonwood R Bl Marion Lk
|
1cfs |
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
|
61cfs |
L Arkansas R At Hwy 50 Nr Halstead
|
38cfs |
L Arkansas R Nr Sedgwick
|
78cfs |
Whitewater R At Towanda
|
64cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Dd No 104